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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Dr. Philip Kwait, MD
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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Jamaica, NY.
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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Jamaica, NY
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Jamaica, NY.

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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Jamaica, NY and has 35 years experience. They graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at NEW YORK Medical College.They currently practice at Practice. At present, Dr. Kwait received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kwait is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    16959 137TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11434
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  2. 2 Office
    8831 55th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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  3. 3 Office
    55 Water St, New York, NY 10041
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  4. 4 Qlimg Elmhurst Ped & Multi-spec Office
    8806 55th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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Apr 26, 2021
Dr. Kwait has been my doctor for many years. He provides excellent care and treats me with respect.
— Apr 26, 2021
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Cabrini Medical Center
    1990
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Louisville
    1994
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Philip Kwait, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kwait's profile.

Yes, Dr. Philip Kwait, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.